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Mohamed Abdi Idiris

Mohamed Abdi Idiris

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‘USazs–Iran Tensions: Diplomacy, Deterrence, or Escalation?’

‘USazs–Iran Tensions: Diplomacy, Deterrence, or Escalation?’

The relationship between United States and Iran has long been shaped by deep mistrust, but in 2026 that tension feels more fragile and more dangerous...

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Fragile Bridges: Strategic Predictions on the U.S.–Iran Negotiations

Fragile Bridges: Strategic Predictions on the U.S.–Iran Negotiations

The ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran in 2026 represent one of the most delicate diplomatic moments of the decade, unfolding in...

saturday 30

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From Ceasefire to Coexistence: Reimagining Peace in a Divided Region

From Ceasefire to Coexistence: Reimagining Peace in a Divided Region

In the Middle East, ceasefires often arrive like a fragile silence after a storm welcomed, yet deeply uncertain. The guns fall quiet, the headlines...

08.04.2026 40

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Global Tensions, Local Consequences: How Big Powers Shape Small Nations

Global Tensions, Local Consequences: How Big Powers Shape Small Nations

In today’s interconnected world, no nation exists in isolation. Decisions made in Washington, Beijing, Moscow, or Brussels rarely stay within those...

06.04.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Silent Land of Wealth: Somaliland’s Untold Potential

The Silent Land of Wealth: Somaliland’s Untold Potential

In a world where headlines are dominated by conflict, crisis, and competition, some stories remain quietly powerful unnoticed, yet deeply significant....

05.04.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Somaliland’s Diplomatic Shock: Rejected by the Khaleej, Recognized by Israel

Somaliland’s Diplomatic Shock: Rejected by the Khaleej, Recognized by Israel

In international politics, recognition is rarely just about legality it is about interests, timing, and strategic choice. Few places illustrate this...

04.04.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Politics of Recognition: Who Fears Somaliland?

In international politics, recognition is often presented as a legal question a matter of borders, sovereignty, and formal acceptance. But in reality,...

02.04.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Berbera as a Gateway: Unlocking Trade Between Africa and Israel

In a world where geography continues to shape destiny, few places illustrate untapped potential quite like Berbera Port. Located along the southern...

01.04.2026 40

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Strategic Patience or Strategic Neglect? Rethinking Somaliland

In international diplomacy, patience is often framed as a virtue. It suggests prudence, caution, and respect for complexity. But patience, when...

31.03.2026 40

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Ignoring Somaliland Is No Longer a Strategic Option

In a world increasingly defined by instability, shifting alliances, and strategic competition, the international community often claims to value...

30.03.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Chokepoints of Power: Why the World Still Depends on Narrow Seas

In an age defined by digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and the promise of a borderless global economy, it is easy to assume that...

27.03.2026 30

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A Tale of Two Paths: Chaos in Somalia, Stability in Somaliland

In the ever-evolving geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa, few contrasts are as striking as the diverging trajectories of Somalia and...

25.03.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Next Global Crisis Won’t Be Oil It Will Be Internet

Why the world must take the threat to undersea cables seriously In moments of tension in the Gulf, the world’s instinct is to watch oil. Tanker...

24.03.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Oil in the Crossfire: Gulf Tensions Escalate

The Persian Gulf, long synonymous with energy wealth and strategic importance, is now a region under mounting pressure. What was once a steady flow of...

19.03.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Why Israel Is a Strategic Ally

Introduction: Beyond Traditional Alliances In an era defined by shifting alliances and intensifying geopolitical competition, the concept of a...

18.03.2026 60

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Why Somaliland Recognition Serves Trump’s Geopolitical Agenda

A Calculated Move, Why Recognizing Somaliland Serves Donald Trump’s Geopolitical Agenda In the ever-evolving chessboard of global politics,...

17.03.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Red Sea Power Game: Iran and Israel and the Horn of Africa

The Red Sea Power Game: How the Iran–Israel Conflict Could Reshape the Horn of Africa In geopolitics, wars rarely remain confined to the borders...

16.03.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Day After Tehran: Who Will Shape the New Middle East?

The Middle East is entering a moment of historic uncertainty. The escalating confrontation between Iran, Israel, and the United States has shaken the...

14.03.2026 40

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Could Berbera Replace Dubai? The Geopolitics Of New Trade Routes In The Red Sea

In recent years, geopolitical tensions and armed conflicts in the Middle East have begun to reshape global trade routes. Strategic maritime...

13.03.2026 70

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Energy Geopolitics in the Middle East: Why Alternative Routes Matter

The global energy system remains deeply dependent on maritime trade routes, particularly those connected to the Persian Gulf, one of the world’s...

12.03.2026 100

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Red Sea’s Rising Strategic Importance

In recent years, the Red Sea has become one of the most strategically significant regions in global geopolitics. Once primarily viewed as a vital...

11.03.2026 70

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Mohamed abdi idiris

A New Strategic Triangle: Israel, Somaliland, and the United States

In an era defined by shifting alliances and emerging geopolitical competition, the importance of strategic partnerships has never been greater. Across...

10.03.2026 50

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Mohamed abdi idiris

A Roadmap to Peace in the Middle East.

For decades, the Middle East has remained one of the most volatile regions in global politics. From long-standing rivalries to modern geopolitical...

09.03.2026 80

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Israel and Somaliland, Feeding the Horn

How Israel–Somaliland Cooperation Could Transform Food Security in the Horn of Africa Food security remains one of the foremost challenges in the...

06.03.2026 70

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Mohamed abdi idiris

The Future of Modern Diplomacy After Global Wars

The world is living through a period of profound turbulence. From Eastern Europe to the Middle East, from cyber warfare to proxy conflicts, global...

05.03.2026 80

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Iran Missile Campaign Fuels Middle East Threat

In recent days, a dramatic escalation in missile and drone strikes by Iran has transformed a regional confrontation into one of the most dangerous...

04.03.2026 70

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Iran at a Crossroads: Struggle for Freedom

Iran today stands at a defining historical moment. Beneath the surface of regional tensions and geopolitical calculations lies something far more...

03.03.2026 60

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Mohamed abdi idiris

Somaliland and Israel Reshape the Red Sea

The Red Sea has never been just water. It is a corridor of history, commerce, faith, and power. From ancient trade routes to modern energy shipments,...

03.03.2026 70

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Mohamed abdi idiris